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  • Gettysburg Optimist Holiday Party

    Date: December 9, 2025
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: Gettysburg Fire Hall

  • Gettysburg Optimist Bell Ringing

    Date: December 18, 2025
    Time: By Appointment
    Location: Walmart Entrance

  • Gettysburg Optimist Meeting

    Date: January 7, 2026
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: Gettysburg Fire Hall

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The Gettysburg Optimist Club is a 501c3 organization with all donations going directly to youth organizations in the local Gettysburg Community. The Gettysburg, PA Chapter was chartered in 1958 as an affiliate of Optimist International. Since this time, the Club has been in continuous service to the Gettysburg community and its youth. We are seeking men and women of all ages to join us in serving the needs of our community’s youth. Find out how to get involved by contacting us today.

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Members

  • Enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie of individuals who get things done and who embrace a similar optimistic mindset.

  • Develop new social and working relationships with individuals from a cross section of our communities and have opportunities to develop and demonstrate leadership skills locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

  • Experience satisfaction from making a difference in lives of children as well as the surrounding communities.

  • Receive as much as they give!

Who We Are

We are local men and women who believe that the youth is the future of our city, state, and nation. We wish to give back to the community that gives so much to us!

What We Do

Our volunteer club raises and donates tens of thousands of dollars annually for local youth organizations. We support great programs in local schools, such as the Reading is Fundamental organization and outdoor education. We also support local sports and musical initiatives, including running a two month basketball program for more than 150 youth. For more information about the projects organizations the Optimist Club of Gettysburg is involved with, visit service projects page.

Latest News

Optimist Pick of the County Awards (1)

Gettysburg Optimist Club has been voted #2 in the County!

🌟 We’re Honored to Share This News! 🌟
 
Thanks to your incredible support, the Gettysburg Optimist Club has been voted #2 in the County! 🎉✨
 
We couldn’t have achieved this without the votes and encouragement from our amazing community. Your trust and generosity inspire us every day to continue our mission and make a difference, Bringing out the Best in Kids 💙🤝
 
A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to vote and believe in what we do. Together, we are creating a better tomorrow!
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All Events

Salvation Army Bell Ringing

December 18 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Regular Meeting

January 7, 2026 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Basketball

January 10, 2026 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMGettysburg Area Middle School

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The Gettysburg Optimist Club is a 501c3 organization with all donations going directly to youth organizations in the local Gettysburg Community. The Gettysburg, PA Chapter was chartered in 1958 as an affiliate of Optimist International. Since this time, the Club has been in continuous service to the Gettysburg community and its youth. Donate today to make a direct impact on Bringing out the Best in Kids.

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